Principal Optometrist Richard Ward BSc. (Hons) MCOptom. who qualified in 1985 is the practice owner and oversees all 3 practices and is available for consultation at our Handsworth and Erdington branches and is assisted by Optometrist Ben Tippins at our Sutton Coldfield branch We pride ourselves on providing a comprehensive eye care package that doesn’t compromise on your health or the quality of service that you receive. All of our staff have a minimum of 5 years experience in the optical industry with some having worked for over 30 years, so you can be sure that you are in knowledgeable and capable hands from the start of your visit until the moment you walk out of the door.
We strive for excellence in service across all areas of our practice. We are able to cater for ALL prescription types and lenses and we are noted for being able to provide lens types in extreme power ranges which are frequently NOT available at the High Street Chain store Opticians.
We are Accredited NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Centres as well as providing the MECS (Minor Eye Condition Service) which offers NHS funded eye examinations for problems with sore eyes, blurred vision, discomfort etc for all patients instead of patients having to attend their GP’s to then be referred to see an Optometrist (Please see www.eyecarewm.co.uk for details of what the service provides)
Ward Opticians are here to support you and ensure that you are getting the best possible vision, supported and complimented by products that suit you and your lifestyle. Our friendly, professional team will take the time to get to know you to develop a full understanding of what we can offer you.